Caldo de Bagre con Hierbas (Keto Modificado)
Catfish Soup with Herbs (Keto Modified)
Yes, with a tweak: ensure no potatoes, yuca, or rice are added to the soup. About 4g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 Ecuadorian dishes.
What it is
A comforting and clear broth-based soup featuring tender pieces of fresh catfish (bagre), generously infused with a medley of distinctive Ecuadorian aromatic herbs such as chillangua, hierbabuena (spearmint), and fresh cilantro, offering a revitalizing flavor.
Key ingredients
Catfish fillets or chunks, fish broth, chillangua (culantro), hierbabuena, cilantro, red onion, garlic, lime, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Ensure no potatoes, yuca, or rice are added to the soup. Request any additional vegetables be non-starchy, such as chayote or cabbage, or simply enjoy the clear broth with fish and herbs.
Watch out for
High-carb vegetables (yuca, potato), rice or noodles often added by default, potential for MSG with hidden carbs.
Macros are estimates for a typical serving and vary by restaurant. Confirm ingredients with staff, especially if you have allergies. Our ingredient lists are generated automatically and describe how a dish is typically made.
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